According to the CDC, 9.4% of teens in a recent survey reported being physically abused by a romantic partner in the past 12 months — that included being slapped, hit or intentionally injured.  Bonnie Rochman brings us a serious topic for a "Family Matters" discussion.

Why Teen Victims of Dating Violence Can’t Break the Cycle

Time, Bonnie Rochman,…

Can We Really Eliminate Health Disparities? 

According to Maryland Lt. Governor Anthony Brown.. “as we look at health reform, there are real opportunities to address disparities in health. As we expand access, we need to increase quality and equity. I believe we can eliminate health disparities.”  Read more at the article linked below.

Health Enterprise Zones: "I Believe We Can…

Race – and Place Matters for Health. This is Not New Information. Unless –as a society -- We Pay Attention, these will continue to have Devastating Effects. In the long-term These Effects will Affect Us All.   

“In 2001, David R. Williams and Chiquita Collins called racial residential segregation “a fundamental cause” of health disparities. For some time…

Dear  Friends:

The Fair Haven Community Health Center (FHCHC) is offering an exciting and unique opportunity to lead an energetic staff and growth-focused nonprofit community organization.  The ideal candidate will possess the experience, skills and attributes necessary to  move the organization forward, navigating through the changes of healthcare reform and usher the organization into greater   collaborations with other health centers and…

Let’s Face It – in 99 Percent of These Cases, It Is About The Almighty Dollar.  These Industries want to make money and at any cost. This is why parents, teachers and schools must be ever vigilant in protecting children from obesity by helping them to make good food choices.  This means seeing to it that healthy, nutritious food is available.  Of course, it is also very profitable to provide healthy nutritious food to children; unfortunately, very few of these "BIG"…

Access to Health Care and Resources for Transgender People

Transgender people face massive and systemic discrimination within the health care system. From instances of humiliation and degradation to outright refusals to provide care, the health care system presents a minefield of discrimination for transgender people seeking to access care. The end result is a community-wide disengagement from the health care system…

Job Summary

The Development Assistant is responsible for administrative support of the New Haven Symphony Orchestra’s comprehensive year-round fundraising program. The position reports to the Development Director.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide administrative support for all fundraising activities; General office support, maintain records, acknowledge donor gifts and prepare direct mailings. Assist in the completion of grant proposals.…

The Salvation Army will be holding its "Fill the Truck" charitable collection event on Dec. 8th at the Saw Mill Rd. Walmart Store in West Haven. Volunteers, Incl. Rotary's President-Elect, John Karavas will be there to receive your donations from 10 AM - 3 PM.  For more details go to http://www.jkaravas.com/Message_Board.html - the Message Board page for johnkaravas.com…

We need you and other health reform supporters to take action next Thursday in New Haven.

CT's Health Insurance Exchange is hosting a public input session: 

"Healthy Chat"

Thursday December 6, 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Hill Regional Career High School, 140 Legion Ave, New…

Gang-Violence Project Kicks Off

by Paul Bass | Nov 27, 2012 10:55 am

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Posted to: Legal Writes

This is a Project that Asks ALL of Us to Pay Attention and do whatever we can to help.  The national officials are in town for the…

LAWRENCE GUYOT, ATTORNEY, CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER, COMMUNITY ACTIVIST, HUSBAND & FATHER

On Friday Nov. 23, 2012, America-- the nation- lost a significant aspect of its conscience; African Americans-- the people-- lost one of their staunch advocates for civil rights, freedom and justice.

Lawrence Thomas Guyot, Jr. was born July 17, 1939, in Pass Christian, Miss. He graduated in 1963 from…

New Partnership Aims to Curb Childhood Obesity by 2015

Education Week, Bryan Toporek, 11/16/2012 

A new collaborative effort announced Thursday between the…

Dear GNH Community & Friends:

 

I hope this note finds you well!  The Future Project is seeking extraordinary and diverse Project Panelists for an exciting event called: Dream Day II from 1 - 5 p.m. on Saturday, December 8th, 2012!  (Location TBA)

 

The Future Project is an educational initiative and inspirational movement of young people…

Reports To:  Director of Grants and Scholarships

Position Summary:

This position supports the Foundation’s scholarship program, the neighborhood leadership training and grantmaking program as well as other responsibilities as assigned.

Core Responsibilities:

•  The AA will be part of, and support, a team of grantmaking professionals in the execution of department goals;

•  The AA will provide service to…

By Paul Bass | Nov 11, 2012 11:37 am - Posted to: City Hall, Campaign 2013, School Reform

 “We encourage you to read this NHI article in its entirety and --if you can afford the time-- read…

AMEN & Halleluiah! Imagine what could happen if this became a trend!

“Varick Readies New School, New Sanctuary & New Housing.”

by Allan Appel | Nov 12, 2012 11:33 am  Post a Comment |…

What's Typical Forgetfulness? What Are Reason for Concern?

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness and Education Month

Learn more about Alzheimer's on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2012 - starting at 6:30 pm - Transition Center - Ives Main Library in New Haven

Maria Tomasetti, director of the South Central Regional…

Many U.S. Hispanics Have Heart Disease Risk Factors

Many U.S. Hispanics Have Heart Disease Risk Factors

HealthDay, 11/05/2012

Many Hispanic adults in the United States have major risk factors for cardiovascular disease, a new study…

I'm still learning the Art of Connecting. Reclusive by nature, but a lover of Community and Humanity, and am always willing to help.

Yale University seeks placements from nonprofit and public sector agencies in the City of New Haven for the 2013 President's Public Service Fellowship. President Richard Levin created the Fellowship in 1994 as part of the University’s partnership with the City and citizens of New Haven.  More than 400 Yale University undergraduate, graduate, and professional students have contributed close to 200,000 hours of community service to New Haven nonprofit and public sector agencies as President’s…